Pathway 01
You have been a Project Manager for years...but nobody told you.
“Everyone relies on me to get things done, but I don’t have the terminology to confidently portray myself as the Project Manager”
Pathway 01 is designed for the editor, the operations lead, the head of comms who has been running complex projects for years...but without ever being given the job title, the training or the language.
- 8 weeks
- 3.5 hours a week
- Cohorts of 1-4
- 28 CPD hours
“Realising how much of this I have done throughout my career & how amazing it is to formalise it in a process that allows me to sell my skills & expertise so much better.”
Loreen Fraser-Owusu
empoweringenhancingpractical
The problem & the solution
What is actually going wrong, and what changes
Right now
- No formal training, so you have to learn as you go
- You know what you do, but you can’t really explain the value to a third party
- Everyone relies on you to run the project, but no one knows quite how much pressure that puts on you
What the programme gives you
- A clear practical Project Management structure & framework
- The core tools Project Managers actually use, without the jargon
- The language to confidently explain years of running things & the value you bring
You will stop calling it “just how I organise things” & start being able to name it, evidence it & charge for it.
The shape of it
The course content
Every week follows the same structure: content, a weekly call built around your live project, an assignment with personal feedback, case studies & extra material.
Week 0
Before we begin
- Set the project up before it starts
- Know what you are walking into
Week 1
Setting up for success
- Start projects strong
- Gain clear accountability
- Get everyone aligned
Week 2
Keeping things moving
- Lead meetings that get results
- Work smarter, not harder
- Motivate your team
Week 3
Roles & responsibilities
- Stop absorbing other people’s work
- Delegate assertively
Week 4
Monitoring & control
- See problems early
- Handle change without drama
Week 5
Navigating conflict
- Prevent unnecessary conflict
- Stay calm under pressure
Week 6
Rules & regulations
- Understand & navigate compliance
- Stop disputes escalating
Week 7
Closing with confidence
- Close out properly
- Run real lessons learnt
Week 8
Raise your profile
- Boost your authority
- Go after the promotion
Questions
The things people ask before they book
Is the course right for me if I am already a Project Manager?
Yes. The upskilling track will help you learn faster, take on bigger projects & get the recognition you deserve.
Is the course right for me if I am not yet a Project Manager?
Most people run projects regardless of the job title. We help people pivot into Project Management, & accidental Project Managers who simply want to be better in the role they already have.
I do not know if I have time.
It is 3.5 hours a week, designed around a full workload. The weekly call is booked into a slot you choose for the whole programme.
Do I need any previous qualifications?
No. Real world experience & a desire to do things better is the entry requirement.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. It can be used to discharge formal CPD requirements with the relevant professional bodies.
Can my employer pay?
Absolutely. We provide invoices to help with internal approvals, & a sponsorship overview you can forward.
“I am already seeing roles that are not editorial that I think, having completed this course, I can excel in.”
Molly Price
empoweringinvaluablechallenging (in a good way)
One conversation, 30 minutes
Find out whether the programme is right for you
Pick a time that suits you and we will talk it through.